Gorgeous Pink Tourmaline Gemstone from Nigeria, 1.01 cts., 7.5x5.5 mm., Concave Oval Shape

Gem: Tourmaline
Weight: 1.01 cts.
Size: 7.5 x 5.5 mm.
Color: Rich Pink
Clarity: VS
Cut: Concave Oval
Locality: Nigeria
Treatment: None

Tourmaline is one of the world’s most interesting and beautiful gemstones. The gorgeous colors that Tourmaline can produce make it such a desirable stone for jewelry. There are many localities for Tourmaline around the world where the colors and quality of the material vary much. This stunning Tourmaline is from Nigeria and some of the finest you could ask for in this color. The cutting on this stone is quite special and is called concave cutting. Concave cutting is achieved with the use of cylindrical burs instead of traditional flat faceting. The table is still flat faceted to allow for optimal light return. The color is really to die for! It is a stunning pink color that is so attractive and will look stunning in jewelry. The clarity and light return in this stone is absolutely fantastic. The stone glitters exceptional when moved in the hand. The stone will be gorgeous in a ring, but is certainly a collector’s stone if not set. This is really a top quality Tourmaline! Enjoy!